IT Purchase Requisitioner

Lonza Group Ltd.; Hyderabad; Hybrid; Confidential; Full time

Job summary

Lonza Group Ltd. in Hyderabad, India, is seeking an IT Procurement Requisitioner to support IT procurement operations, vendor onboarding, PO administration, and invoicing. This hybrid role partners with IT, Finance, and vendors to ensure compliant processes and timely payments.

You will manage requisitions and POs end-to-end, coordinate vendor setup in SAP/ARIBA, handle goods receipts, and assist budget tracking with IT Controlling.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, Finance, Supply Chain Management, Information Technology, or a related discipline.
• 3+ years of experience in procurement, purchasing, vendor management.
• Experience with SAP, ARIBA, ORO, or similar systems.
• Experience managing purchase orders, vendor onboarding, invoice processing, and goods receipt activities.

Responsibilities

• Manage IT purchase requisitions and purchase order creation activities.
• Oversee end-to-end purchase order lifecycle from creation through closure.
• Prepare and issue purchase orders in accordance with policies and procedures.
• Partner with internal stakeholders to understand requirements and budgets.

Skills

Procurement processes

Vendor management

Stakeholder management

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree (business/finance/SC/IT)

Tools

SAP

ARIBA

ORO

Job description

Job Title: IT Procurement Requisitioner Location: Hyderabad, India (Hybrid)

The IT Procurement Requisitioner is responsible for supporting IT procurement operations, vendor onboarding and maintenance, purchase order (PO) administration, goods receipt (GR) coordination, and invoice management. This role serves as a key liaison between IT, Procurement, Finance, and external vendors to ensure efficient procurement processes, accurate vendor records, timely invoice processing, and compliance with company policies. The position plays a critical role in maintaining operational excellence across IT purchasing activities while supporting budget alignment and supplier relationships.

What you will get:

• An agile career and dynamic working culture.
• An inclusive and ethical workplace.
• Compensation programs that recognize high performance.
• A variety of benefits dependent on role and location.
• The full list of our global benefits can be found here: https://www.lonza.com/careers/benefits

What you will do:

Procurement & Purchase Order Management

• Manage IT purchase requisitions and purchase order creation activities.
• Oversee the end-to-end purchase order lifecycle, from creation through closure.
• Prepare and issue purchase orders in accordance with procurement policies and procedures.
• Partner with internal stakeholders to understand purchasing requirements and ensure alignment with approved budgets.
• Monitor PO status and ensure timely processing and approval workflows.
• Support procurement reporting and documentation activities.

Vendor Creation & Management

• Coordinate onboarding of new vendors within ORO, SAP, ARIBA, and other applicable systems.
• Ensure completion of required vendor documentation, compliance requirements, and system validations.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date vendor master records.
• Serve as the primary contact for IT vendor inquiries and issue resolution.
• Collaborate with Procurement and IT Vendor Management teams to support supplier relationships.
• Assist with contract reviews to ensure alignment with company requirements, payment terms, and legal entities.

Goods Receipt & Invoice Management

• Act as the primary IT contact for purchase order and goods receipt status updates.
• Coordinate goods receipt activities with business stakeholders and procurement partners.
• Review, validate, and process vendor invoices while ensuring appropriate supporting documentation.
• Ensure accurate matching of purchase orders, goods receipts, and invoices.
• Support compliance with internal financial controls and procurement processes.

Financial & Budget Support

• Partner with IT Controlling and Finance teams to ensure procurement activities align with approved OPEX and CAPEX budgets.
• Monitor procurement transactions and support budget tracking activities.
• Assist in identifying purchasing efficiencies and cost optimization opportunities.
• Contribute to financial reporting and reconciliation activities related to IT procurement.

Education

Bachelor's degree in business administration, Finance, Supply Chain Management, Information Technology, or a related discipline.

Experience

• 3+ years of experience in procurement, purchasing, vendor management.
• Experience working with SAP, ARIBA, ORO, or similar procurement and vendor management systems.
• Experience managing purchase orders, vendor onboarding, invoice processing, and goods receipt activities.
• Experience working within cross-functional environments involving IT, Finance, Procurement, and external suppliers.
• Exposure to budget management, financial controls, and procurement compliance processes.

Skills

• Strong understanding of procurement and purchasing processes.
• Knowledge of vendor onboarding, supplier management, and contract administration.
• Experience with SAP, ARIBA, and procurement management tools.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication capabilities.

Relevant professional certifications in Procurement, Supply Chain, or Finance are preferred.